A neighborhood coming together
to help improve the lives
of all who live in
Jasper County, South Carolina
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30 +
 Grants to Local Nonprofits
# of
Outreach
Programs
4 +
Years of ServiceÂ
 $141,000+
In Total Grants Awarded
Inspiring Impactful Change
Help Us Build A Stronger Community
Riverton Charitable Fund is a fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, a registered 501c3. Together we empower area nonprofits and deliver essential resources to those in need, fostering a resilient and thriving local community.
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Improving
Educational Outcomes
Strengthening
Local Support Systems
Reducing
Food Insecurity
Children who attend Heartwood Community Preschool enjoy educational books collected by Riverton Charitable Fund's 'Pack the Library' outreach program. Heartwood Community Preschool believes every child deserves access to high-quality early learning.
Programs for Exceptional People (PEP) members enjoy safe transportation to and from their homes. The Riverton Charitable Fund provided a grant to support transportation for Jasper County residents. Programs for Exceptional People (PEP) enhances the lives of special needs adults through life skills training, creative expression, job readiness, and meaningful community engagement allowing individuals to grow with dignity, purpose, and pride
Riverton Charitable Fund's "Stock the Panty" outreach donations helped members of the Hardeeville Senior Center replenish their kitchen. Hardeeville is one location of several in Jasper County who work to improve the lives of Lowcountry citizens through fun activities, daily gatherings, nutritious meals, and trips for seniors. Community donations serve as a vital resource for these centers.
Why Your Support Matters
"An estimated 14.3% of Jasper County residents struggle with consistent food access."
An estimated 11% of Jasper County senior residents over age 65 live below the poverty line. That number increases to 27% for children under age 18.  Censusreporter.org
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"Jasper County’s overall poverty rate sits at roughly 17.8%, which is nearly 25% higher than the South Carolina state average (14.1%)"
The cost of basic financial survival in Jasper County for a single adult is estimated to be $36,132 per year. This is more than twice the amount of the federal poverty level of $15,960.00.
As of 2025, 64% of Jasper County School District students live in poverty (down from 84% in 2021)creating a higher need for specialized support services.
Testimonials
"Because of you hope is within reach. Your gift to OPFOB is more than than generosity - it's a lifeline."
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-JR and Stephanie Brown
"Your gift allows us to prepare a new generation of students to thrive...."
Mandy Parsons
President & CEO, Boy's and Girl's Clubs of the Lowcountry
"Thank you for your generous grant to provide supplemental healthy produce and protein for our neighbors in need in Jasper County."
Mary Ann Bell
Board President, Second Helpings
"Grants like yours help operate a children's home for abused and neglected children."
Christina Wilson
Executive Director, CAPA (Child Abuse Prevention Association)
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